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Hosted by former Marvel entertainment lawyer Paul Sarker and entertainment enthusiast Mesh Lakhani, Better Call Paul will delve into the business and legal issues at play behind the glitz and glam. This show takes you beyond the catchy headlines to find out what’s really at play behind the scenes and gives you an introduction to the business side of show business.

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This week, Paul and Jess recap many of the Golden Globes nominees where Neon and Netflix dominated and go through some of their picks to win. Next, they share their eager anticipation of Idris Elba's return as Sam Nelson in Apple TV's Hijack 2. Final... more

This week, Paul and Jess begin with a quick update on some box office and streaming hits from December. Then they discuss one of the biggest potential mergers in entertainment, Netflix's tenative deal to buy WBD for $82B as well as some potential hur... more

This week, Paul and Jess begin with a list of some of the TV shows that were awarded California's film tax credit, including Fallout, the Night Agent, and Baywatch. Next, they discuss some much anticipated spin off (prequel and sequel) news regarding... more

This week, Paul interviews Shashank who is the co-CEO of Nazranaa, the largest wholesaler and retailer of Indian garments in the U.S. In addition to running Nazranaa, Shashank is the executive producer of the YouTube series, Nazranaa Diaries, which h... more

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Recent Guests

Shashank Gupta
Co-owner of Nazranaa, largest retailer of Indian garments in the U.S.
Nazranaa
Episode: 445. Shashank Gupta: Fashion Executive and YouTube Creator
Gaurav Gupta
Founder of Squanto, an app that connects performers to gigs
Squanto
Episode: 434. Gaurav Gupta: Squanto
Jessica David
Beautiful, talented, and intelligent replacement for Mesh Lakhani
Episode: 429. Fantastic Four and San Diego Comic Con, Skydance gets FCC approval
Ross Benes
Marketing Analyst and Author of '1999: The Rise of Low Culture'
eMarketer
Episode: 410. Ross Benes, Marketing Analyst and Author
Eric Perko
CEO of Apollo Partners and expert in advertising and media strategy
Apollo Partners
Episode: 409. Eric Perko, CEO Apollo Partners
Goldwyn Harper
Television Executive, Sports Executive
Episode: 404. Goldwyn Harper Interview: How Television Broke College Sports
Faisal Lateef
General Counsel of Avant Gardner, with a background in politics and music production
Avant Gardner
Episode: 338. Faisal Lateef: General Counsel of Avant Gardner
Kenny Leu
Actor, entrepreneur, and martial arts champion
Episode: 333: Kenny Leu - Actor, Entrepreneur, and Martial Arts Champ
Sean Gupta
Columbia Business School professor and former media executive
Columbia Business School
Episode: 332. Sean Gupta: Banker, TV Exec and Columbia Professor

Hosts

Paul Sarker
Co-host and former Marvel entertainment lawyer with insights on legal and business aspects of the media industry.
Mesh Lakhani
Co-host and entertainment enthusiast with a passion for discussing the latest trends and business dynamics in the industry.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 48 ratings
  • JK

    Paul isn’t actually my lawyer, but after the disclaimer, I want him to represent me. Always an entertaining cast about entertainment and a little sports.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    peterh7
    United Statesa year ago
  • Absolutely outstanding

    This guy Paul is top notch - I really can’t express how much I love this show and how useful it is. Highly recommended !!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeremy Cott
    United States2 years ago
  • Smart and informative!

    Paul and Mesh have great chemistry. I really enjoy their engaging discussions about the entertainment industry, pop culture, and the intersections with law. I find myself learning a lot and jotting down notes on what to watch. I listen to a LOT of podcasts and this one is now one of my favorites. This podcast is so interesting and entertaining with a hint of nerdiness - I love it. Bravo-keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FeedMePods
    United States3 years ago
  • Wow the algorithm really got this one right for me

    This is a perfect intersection of a few of my podcast interests: the media and entertainment industry, law, and two people having an engaging conversation. The hosts have insider knowledge without being too exclusionary, and they have good takes on the latest gossipy topics without delving into page six-like speculation. A bonus - I absolutely hate sports and hearing about sports, unless it’s these two talking about it!

    Just an overall solid podcast, I look forward to it every week.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BellaFranklin
    United States3 years ago
  • Learn something

    Without the fillers. Super well edited and insightful!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    longtimelistenerandfan12345667
    United States3 years ago

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434. Gaurav Gupta: Squanto
Q: What was the light bulb moment for you going from an employee engineer to an entrepreneur?
I realized that many entrepreneurs have a seed in the back of their mind that takes time to germinate.
428. Emmy Nominations and Upfront Ad Commitments Close
Q: What are Paul and Mesh's thoughts on Disney's recent advancements in animatronics?
They think it's impressive technology and see potential for future applications in theme parks, discussing a balance between interaction and realism.
428. Emmy Nominations and Upfront Ad Commitments Close
Q: What are the major themes driving ad sales for networks?
The major theme is that sports is driving ad sales, highlighted by NBCU's record number of ad commitments during their upfront cycle due to major events like the Olympics and the Super Bowl.
410. Ross Benes, Marketing Analyst and Author
Q: What do you think it takes to be a winner in this next era of the media evolution?
You either need really deep pockets or you need really lean content spending to be successful in this environment.
410. Ross Benes, Marketing Analyst and Author
Q: Do you think this development in the market is long-term good or bad for the TV business?
It stems the inevitable for just a little bit, but it will ultimately not change the gradual decline of cable subscriptions.

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1. Shashank Gupta
2. Gaurav Gupta
3. Jessica David
4. Ross Benes
5. Eric Perko
6. Goldwyn Harper
7. Faisal Lateef
8. Kenny Leu

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